The Graduate Certificate in Tropical Development is designed for individuals who want to work in international agriculture development with a primary focus on smallholder farms.
What is it?
Program Highlights
Practical, hands-on experience
Sound theological framework
Learn community development skills
Study and practice sustainable agriculture methods
Experience work in small animal husbandry and seed banks
Small class sizes with dedicated teachers
Prospective Careers
- Training Farmers
- Non-profit Organization or Ministry
- Community Development
What will it help me do?
- Combat food insecurity within communities
- Use small-scale agricultural techniques
- Train adults in diverse situations in agricultural skills
- Address complex agricultural challenges
Who is it for?
Individuals who want to help communities with agricultural and community development through practical, hands on training
Program Format
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This Graduate Certificate includes an intensive 12-month practical component that requires acceptance to the ECHO Internship Program. ECHO is an International nonprofit located in North Fort Myers, FL.
Persons interested in this program should apply for the ECHO Internship.
For more information, contact CTD-Coordinator@diu.edu.